The Situation Chicago project is a display of our city’s camaraderie in full bloom. The last album raised over $35,000 for Chicago’s independent music venues. Now, they’re back for more, benefitting the CIVL Save Emergency Relief Fund.

We sit down with Trey Elder - the founder of Quiet Pterodactyl, and head of Situation Chicago album project - to unveil the true state of Chicago’s independent venues, raising money for Chicago professionals in the arts, favorite music, and how each of us has the power to help cultivate Chicago’s cultural scene.